The Tech 21 XXL is a dynamic distortion pedal known for its obese and megalithic sound. The Warp control shapes odd and even harmonics, allowing for a variety of tones based on playing style. Originally produced from 1995-2000, the XXL offers a wide range of tones. The restructured guitar version features a musical tone control and is designed for chords, rhythm parts, and individual notes. It can produce a vintage fuzz tone, similar to a fuzz pedal, and Class A tube amp overdrive at its extreme settings.
The humungous XXL is all about distortion - obese, megalithic, dynamic distortion. The XXL’s Warp control manipulates the structure and balance of odd and even harmonics, and influences the X-Factor™: the ratio of odd and even harmonics relative to the dynamics of your instrument and your playing style. You can achieve a variety of results, even within the same setting,depending on the manner and force of your pick attack. For instance, playing open and loose with Warp at max willyield a vintage fuzz tone. The same setting, when played in a tight, controlled manner, will yield more of a “woman tone.” With the XXL, it’s not just what you play, it’s how you play it.